What is the name for a government ruled by a small group of people?
A. Democracy
B. Monarchy ***?
C. Oligarchy
D. Tyranny
The correct answer is C. Oligarchy.
To find the answer, one can begin by understanding the definitions of the options provided.
A. Democracy refers to a government system where power lies in the hands of the people or is exercised by them directly or through elected representatives.
B. Monarchy is a system where a single individual, usually a king or a queen, holds power as the head of state.
C. Oligarchy is a form of government in which a small group of individuals, often wealthy or influential, hold political power.
D. Tyranny is a form of government characterized by cruel and oppressive rule.
Based on these definitions, it becomes clear that the government ruled by a small group of people is referred to as an oligarchy. Therefore, the correct answer is C.
No. A monarchy is ruled by one king or queen.
Now try looking up the meaning of these words, please.
Yes, oligarchy.
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